Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 vs Pentax K-x

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      Specifications

      General Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      BrandSonyPentax
      ModelAlpha DSLR-A350K-x
      Predecessor ModelPentax K-m
      Successor ModelSony Alpha DSLR-A380
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRDSLR
      Video Capture
      Sensor Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      Sensor TypeCCDCMOS
      Sensor SizeAPS-CAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions23.6 x 15.8 mm23.4 x 15.6 mm
      Total Pixels14.9 Megapixel12.97 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels14.2 Megapixel12.6 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 3,200100 - 6,400
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 12,800
      Photo Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      ProcessorPRIME
      Max Image Resolution4592 x 30564288 x 2848
      Other Resolutions4592 x 2576, 3408 x 2272, 3408 x 1920, 2288 x 1520, 2288 x 12803936 x 2684, 3072 x 2048, 1728 x 1152
      Image Aspect Ratios3:2, 16:93:2
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, StandardBest, Better, Good
      Bit Depth12-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalanceAuto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Flash, Color Tempature/Color filter, Custom each setting adjustable)tep.Auto preset modes: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Fluorescent (D, N, W, L), Tungsten, Flash, CTE
      Focus Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Live View      		Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoAuto Focus, Adjustable Spot AF, Visual Focus Confirm
      Number of Focus Points911
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenSpherical Acute MatteNatural-Bright-Matte III
      Optics Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      Lens MountSony APentax KAF2
      Crop Factor1.5x1.5x
      Image StabilizationSensor ShiftSensor Shift
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      Screen TypeTiltingFixed
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size2.7"2.7"
      Screen Resolution230k dot230k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      ViewfinderOptical (pentamirror)Optical (pentamirror)
      Viewfinder Coverage95%96%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.74x0.85x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.49x0.57x
      Diopter Adjustment-2.5 to +1.5
      Shutter Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      Shutter TypeElectronically controlled Vertical-traverse Focal-planeElectronically controlled Vertical Run Focal Plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/6000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting3.0 fps4.7 fps
      Flash Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      Red-Eye
      Slow
      Red-Eye Slow
      Rear curtain
      wireless      		Auto
      On
      Off
      Red-Eye
      Slow Sync
      Rear curtain
      Wireless
      Flash Range12.00 m at ISO 10016.00 m
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/180 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemP-TTL, high speed sync, wireless w PENTAX dedicated flash
      External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe
      Wireless flash (with HVL-F56AM & HVL-F36AM)      		Hot shoe
      Exposure Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAutomatic, Program Auto (with Program Shift), Shutter priority, Aperture priority, Manual, Scene selection, AE LockProgram, Sensitivity Priority, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, Metered Manual, Bulb (available in Metered Manual)
      Exposure Compensation±2 EV (1/3 EV increments)±3 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing 0.3 EV or 0.7 EV increments, 3 frames ±1.5 (3 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)
      Exposure Lock (available via programmable AF/AE-L button)
      DXO Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      DxO Low Light ISO595811
      DxO Color Depth22.622.8
      DxO Dynamic Range11.512.5
      DxO Overall Score6572
      Video Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      Internal Recording ModesNoYes
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMotion JPEG
      Max Video Resolution1280 x 720
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit25 min
      Terminals Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output
      Built-in MicrophoneMono
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control Wired or wirelss (optional) Optional, wired or wireless
      Environmental Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32-104°F
      Physical Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      Dimensions131 x 99 x 75 mm (5.16 x 3.9 x 2.95")123 x 92 x 68 mm (4.84 x 3.62 x 2.68")
      Weight (inc. batteries)674 g (1.49 lb / 23.77 oz)580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
      Power and Storage Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      Battery Pack4 x AA
      Battery Life1900 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageCompact Flash (Type I/II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro DuoSingle Slot: SD/SDHC
      Other Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 Pentax K-x
      Self Timer 2 or 10 sec 2 or 12 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Material of ConstructionFiber reinforced plastic polymer covers around a rugged stainless steel chassis


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